3 Language BarriersInterning abroad can come with a few challenges, a main one being the language barrier. Surprisingly, while I interned abroad in Melbourne, Australia, I encountered more language barriers than I was expecting. They speak English, right? So there should be no problem communicating... I learned I was wrong to expect that.

As we’re transitioning back to school it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Here are some tips to get you started on the right foot!

Buying Textbooks

As a proactive student hoping to arrive prepared on the first day, it may seem convenient to order your textbooks ahead of time directly through the university bookstore. That being said, there are typically much better alternatives and waiting to purchase books typically pays off. ​